Monday, December 22, 2014

Surgical Suture Sampler

Surgical suture sampler, circa 18th cen.
Photo credit: Ickybitty’s photo stream 
"This antique sampler from the Medical History Museum in Zurich represents a variety of stitch techniques appropriate for different anatomical regions and types of injury. Both the embroidery and the illustrated backing are rendered in remarkable detail."


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